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S. W. Hackett Lodge No. 574Free and Accepted Masons of the State of California
Chartered October 11th, 1923
T R E S T L E B O A R D
“Freemasonry is not about
how good of a man you are . . .
. . . It’s about how good of a man
you want to be.” Robert Herd
Scottish Rite Masonic Memorial Center
1895 Camino del Rio South
San Diego, CA 92108-3863
Telephone No.: (619) 295-4420
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.freemason574.org
MARCH 2020
FROM THE EASTWM Norman C. Parker
On Tuesday, January 21st, our Senior Stewart, Brother Joseph Jordan, successfully completed
his 3rd Degree proficiency. It was truly an honor for me to be sitting in the East to witness the
perfect performance of the degree by Brother Joseph and all the Brethren who participated.
Please join me in congratulating, Brother Joseph, for a job well done!
At the February Stated Meeting Dinner, we were honored by the visit of Worshipful Master Ivan
Boev, sitting Master of Nova Luna Lodge #123 in Sofia Bulgaria, and his First Lady, Tatyana.
Both Worshipful Boev and I had gifts which we presented and received on behalf of our
respective Lodges.
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we provided individual long-stemmed red roses so that each
Brother present could give one to their lovely Lady. It was indeed a heartwarming moment that
I believe everyone cherished!
During our February Stated Meeting, Worshipful Brother Jim Achenbach presented a very
informative and educational lecture about our Lodge Charter. Those present in the Lodge had
an opportunity to see the “real deal” as the Charter was passed around for everyone to see and
touch. Worshipful Brother Jim will contact the Grand Lodge to find out how we can acquire a
black and white copy of the document with the Grand Lodge Seal. It was discussed thereafter
that we may want to store the Lodge Charter in a glass display to protect the document from
damage, considering it is nearly 100 years old. More to come next month regarding this matter.
The highlight of our March Stated Meeting is the Inspector’s Official Visit where we will receive
our distinguished Worshipful Brother Richard “Dick” W. Bullard as our 921st Masonic District
Inspector. Being a significant ceremony, especially with Worshipful Brother Dick as our Guest
of Honor, I encourage everyone to find the time to attend this special occasion.
Please remember to check the “Special Announcements” section of the Trestleboard for any
upcoming activities so you can work around your schedule to participate in them.
Thank you again to everyone who have made the past events possible and successful. I am
incredibly proud of the great work, commitment, and dedication of our Brethren and Ladies to
accomplish so much in such a short period of time.
Amidst the disconcerting issues faced by our country and that of the world, let us continue to
pray for everyone’s health and safety, especially for our Military who are continuously deployed
to fight for our freedom.
Respectfully yours,
N. Chris Parker
Master
March Events3 Stated Dinner/Meeting and 6:30 pm
Inspector’s Official Visit10 Special Meeting/TBD TBD17 Special Meeting/TBD TBD24 Special Meeting/TBD TBD30 OSI/ 2nd Degree First Section 6:00 pm
(S.W. Hackett to host/provide refreshments)31 Special Meeting/TBD TBD
MARCH 3 Stated Meeting Dinner
Spinach SaladChicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Stuffed Bell PeppersParsley Potatoes
Green Beans AlmondineAssorted RollsMarble Cake
Dinner cost is $15 per person.
Make your lodge reservations with the Lodge Secretary
no later than Wednesday, February 26th
at 619-295-4420 or email to:
APRIL Events
7 Stated Dinner/Meeting 6:30 pm14 Lodge Inventory 5:30 pm21 Lodge Inventory (continuation) 5:30 pm27 OSI / 3rd Degree First Section 6:00 pm28 Practice of Officer Qualifications 5:00 pm
Master Norman "Chris" Parker
Sr. Warden Nicholas Baker
Jr. Warden
Treasurer David Casper
Secretary Dimiter Lyakov, PM
Chaplain Robert Salini, PM
Sr. Deacon Jeremy Weber
Jr. Deacon Mark Helton
Marhsal Robert Scheeler
Sr. Steward Joseph Jordan
Jr. Steward Benjamin Pulido
Tiler Jim Achenbach, PM
Officer's Coach Dennis Stahr, PM
Officer's Coach Robert Salini, PM
Inspector, 921st Masonic District
Richard W. Bullard, PM
2020 OFFICERS
From the Secretary’S DeSk
eDItor’S coNtINUaL reQUeSt
Echoes From The PAST MARCH Birthdays
We have been able to get our mailing costs down by using email for the delivery of the Trestleboard. It will
be very helpful if we achieve more email deliveries.
Let us know if you have a working email address so that we can begin emailing your Trestleboard. This
will help save the Lodge and money for postage.You can email Worshipful Dimiter, our Lodge
Secretary, at [email protected]
• Reminder to use our main email address: [email protected]
• IMPORTANT NOTE: The 2020 Annual Dues is $118.
• BRING YOUR DUES CURRENT.
• If you haven’t already, please pay
your dues for 2020. As of this time, we
have 24 members who are not in good
standing.
Be a supporter of your great Lodge!
Fraternally,Dimiter Lyakov, PM
2020COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS
6 Edward Dangler
10 Eric C. Kurzenberger
16 Ivan L. English
19 Ronald J. Detzer
20 Alfred E. Stickman
20 Anthony S. Thornburg
22 Clair P. Martin
22 Robert L. Windel
23 Richard A. Lattizzorn
27 Maurice K. Lowe
Audit Nicholas Baker
Audit Robert Scheeler
Audit Benjamin Pulido
Budget & Finance Robert Scheeler
Charity Chris Parker, WM
Charity Nicholas Baker
Member Retention David Casper
Delinquent Dues David Casper
Funeral David Haslim, PM
Honored Ladies Maebelle Haslim
Life Membership Joseph Jordan
Life Membership David Casper
Masonic Education Jim Achenbach, PM
Calif. Annual Fund Robert Salini, PM
Public Schools Jim Achenbach, PM
Entertainment Benjamin Pulido
Sunshine & Visit Jeremy Weber
Masonic Outreach Chris Parker, WM
Trestleboard Chris Parker, WM
Website Dennis Stahr, PM
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Inspector’s Official Visit on Tuesday, March 3rd
Lodge Presentation: Masonic Homes of California and Outreach Services
March 2020 Holiday Observances• March 8th: Daylight Savings Time begins• March 17th: St. Patrick’s Day
Worshipful Brother Richard “Dick” W. Bullard
921st Masonic District Inspector
Following our March Stated Meeting Dinner, Camille Salinas, MSW Lodge & Outreach Educator and ourMasonic Outreach Services representative, will give us a short presentation about benefits available toMasons and their families in need of relief. California Masons dedicated the first Masonic Home inUnion City in 1898. Created to shelter widows and children left destitute and alone, it was our statefraternity’s first major, tangible testament to the Masonic ideals of brotherly love and relief. Since then,the Masonic Homes of California has expanded into a robust, statewide network of critical resources andservices for our members. Through compassionate care, the Masonic Homes pledges to keep Masonicfamily members of all ages, throughout California, safe, healthy, and connected. The speaker willprovide information and answer questions about the various programs that exist to provide relief forBrethren in need: the Masonic Assistance telephone line, the Masonic Homes at Union City and Covina,Masonic Senior Outreach Services, Masonic Family Outreach Services, and the Masonic Center for Youthand Families, Shared Housing, and Lodge Outreach.
All Stated Meeting Dinners will now be held in the Ionic/Doric Room of the Scottish Rite Center. Unless otherwise informed, cost is $15 per person.
Dear Ladies,
Ladies’ Corner
Sincerely, Finesse
I trust you all had a wonderful Valentine’s Day, especially that spent with your loved ones.The occasion is just one of many opportunities to remind us of how profound LOVE iswhen shared with others.
The table decorations for the remainder of the year were also finalized (see below). Thank you, Judy Black,for volunteering to do the October table decorations. While I was slated for December, Judy and MartyHaslim had a splendid idea to have instead an activity in November for the Ladies to create the Christmastrees. We can even group ourselves to create different decorations per table. Please let me know if you havesuggestions for specific items to create, other than Christmas trees, so we can finalize and prepare thematerials needed. Planning ahead is key!
FRIENDLY REMINDERAs mentioned previously, the planned activity for April afterthe Stated Meeting Dinner is to plant succulents in smallcontainers. These are easy to make and are low-maintenance forindoor or outdoor. Please let me know if you are interested toparticipate in this. I need to make sure there are enoughmaterials for everyone!
I look forward to seeing you real soon!
Thank you, Bobbie Covert, for providing the Februarytable decorations. They were as lovely as you!
2020 Table Decorations
January Marty Haslim April Norma Salini July Marty Haslim October Judy Black
February Bobbie Covert May Ingrid Stahr August Finesse Parker November Finesse Parker
March Finesse Parker June Lisa Achenbach September Beverly Lynn December from Nov. activity
On Friday, February 28th, our Past Masters will be attending their exclusive dinner at the Scottish Rite Center, graced by our very own Grand Master, Most Worshipful John Turner. Well, they can’t be the only ones having a good time! If you haven’t already, please contact Marty Haslim or Ingrid Stahr if you are able to join us for
a no-host dinner at 6:00 pm at the Outback Steakhouse in Mission Valley (#1640 Camino del Rio North,next to Target on the inside of the mall.) To-date, I know of 11 Ladies who have confirmed.
Come join us for dinner, or even to just hang out!
All those who stayed after our Stated Meeting Dinner were busy andhaving fun with our Wine Glass Painting activity. Check out the photostaken during the session in the succeeding pages under our “Yesterday’sMemories are Tomorrow’s Treasures” section where each one ablydemonstrated their unique prowess in coming up with their custom wineglass. Awesome!
Our Senior Stewart, Worthy Brother Joseph Jordan,completed his 3rd Degree Proficiency
on Tuesday, January 21st, 2020.
Congratulations, Brother Joseph!This is an important step in your Masonic Journey.
Rest assured we are here to support your pathtowards the East.
S. W. Hackett Lodge #574 was honored by the visit of Worshipful Master Ivan Boevof Nova Luna Lodge #123, Sofia Bulgaria, and his First Lady, Tatyana,on Tuesday, February 4th, 2020. During the Stated Meeting Dinner,
Worshipful Master Ivan Boev and our Worshipful Master Norman Chris Parkerexchanged and received gifts on behalf of their respective Lodges.
Our Secretary, Worshipful Brother Dimiter Lyakov, was present to translate the event.
Gifts presented by Worshipful Master Ivan Boev (L-R): Logo and Symbol of Nova Luna Lodge #123; Replica of the Thracian Treasure of Letnitza 4th
Century, B.C.; and a book of the history of Freemasonry in Bulgaria
Gifts presented by Worshipful Master Normal Chris Parker (far right, top
to bottom): Visitor’s Card to S. W. Hackett Lodge #574;
Master’s Pin; leather-bound Notebook with Master’s
Logo; traveling case with bottle of wine and wine
glass with Master’s Logo
Grand Master’s Pin presented by Worshipful Brother David Haslim, and Inspector at Large for the IX Masonic District
At our Stated Meeting Dinner on February 4th, individual long-stemmed red roses were provided
in celebration of Valentine’s Day.Below are photos of our Brethren making sure they picked the right one to present to their lovely Lady!
On Tuesday, February 4th, after the Stated Meeting Dinner, the Ladies participated in a Wine Glass Painting Activity. These photos demonstrate each one’s creativity
in coming up with their one-of-a-kind wine glasses. Great job, Ladies!
